Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the William B. Shuford Recreation Center. The Recreation Advisory Board makes recommendations to the Town Council for recreation activities and programs for children, youth and adults, and fees for participation in all recreation programs.

For more information about the Recreation Advisory Board, please contact Parks and Recreation Director, Chad Raby at 828.396.1221 or raby@granitefallsnc.com.

Recreation Advisory Board Members:
Dr. Ed Bujold, Chairman
Patrick Benfield, Vice Chairman
Bill Davis
Lee Huffman
Keith Bentley, Non-Resident
Terri Johnson
Megan Anderson, Non-Resident
Vicki Jetton

 

In accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town of Granite Falls does not discriminate on the basis of disability in conducting its meetings. Individuals with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services or other accommodations for effective communication and participating in a meeting may contact the Town Clerk at (828) 396-3131. Requests should be made at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.

On Monday, September 9th, the Granite Falls Fire Department will be conducting a live burn training exercise at a house located at 19 Pine Street.
Traffic closures will be in effect on Pine Street from just past Cascade Lane to Falls Avenue on the side where the Baird House Transportation Museum is located, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. No other traffic interruptions are expected.
The structure will be burned to its foundation, but smoldering embers will be visible inside the foundation after the training exercise is completed.
Residents in this area that have breathing difficulties should keep their windows closed and their HVAC systems off during this time frame. Town residents should not be alarmed to see a column of smoke from this area during this time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Granite Falls Fire Department at 396-2379.